SheTrades Policy and Data Intern – Remote UN Internship at International Trade Centre (ITC)

SheTrades Policy and Data Intern – Remote UN Internship at International Trade Centre (ITC)

Job Title: SheTrades Policy and Data Intern
Job Opening ID: 257850
Job Network: Economic, Social and Development
Job Family: Programme Management
Category and Level: Internship, I-1
Duty Station: Geneva (Home-Based)
Organization: International Trade Centre (ITC)
Duration: May to September 2025
Application Deadline: 16 May 2025
Date Posted: 7 May 2025

About the International Trade Centre (ITC)

The International Trade Centre is a joint agency of the United Nations and the World Trade Organization, headquartered in Geneva. Its mission is to support small businesses in developing and transitioning economies to achieve export success through inclusive and sustainable trade development.

About the SheTrades Initiative

ITC’s SheTrades Initiative aims to empower women entrepreneurs worldwide by improving access to knowledge, networks, and markets. The initiative works with governments, business support organizations, and private sector stakeholders to create an inclusive, sustainable global economy that advances women’s participation in trade.

Key focus areas include:

• Gender-Responsive Public Procurement (GRPP): Advocating for equitable procurement practices, addressing the fact that only 1% of government contracts go to women-owned businesses.

• SheTrades Outlook (STO): A policy tool helping countries assess and improve the trade environment for women through gender-sensitive indicators and evidence-based policy-making.

Internship Description

The intern will support the SheTrades Policy and Data Team under the supervision of Associate Economic Affairs Officers. This is a remote internship. Main duties include:

A) Mobilization and Training Support

• Assist in organizing online and in-person events (workshops, webinars, trade missions, policy dialogues).

• Support participant outreach across various sectors and regions.

• Draft and send invitations and follow-up communications in English, French, and Spanish.

B) Project Coordination

• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners.

• Help prepare policy briefs, meeting summaries, questionnaires, and training content.

• Update and share event and training information with relevant SheTrades teams.

C) Communications

• Work with the communications team to promote activities via social media and website updates.

• Draft multilingual content for online platforms.

• Create presentation materials (PowerPoint) as needed in English, French, and/or Spanish.

D) Data and Monitoring & Evaluation

• Prepare and manage surveys and evaluation tools.

• Maintain databases of participants and beneficiaries according to ITC guidelines.

• Upload and organize documentation on ITC platforms (e.g., attendance lists, evaluation forms).

Qualifications and Skills

Education

Applicants must meet one of the following at the time of application:

• Be enrolled in a graduate program (Master’s or equivalent).

• Be in the final year of a Bachelor’s program.

• Have recently graduated (within one year) from a university program.

Relevant academic backgrounds include law, business, international trade, sustainable development, or economics.

Languages

• Fluency in English, French, and Spanish (written and spoken).

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and social media.

• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Learning Opportunities

• Gain hands-on experience in project management, logistics, and stakeholder coordination.

• Deepen understanding of gender-responsive trade policy and sustainable development.

• Flexible learning and work plans can be adjusted to meet academic requirements.

Additional Information

• This is an unpaid internship.

• Interns are responsible for all expenses (travel, accommodation, visas, etc.).

• Visa and work authorization may be required depending on your country of residence.

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